Why Chiang Mai is the BEST Place in Thailand for Expats! 🇹🇭
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- Опубліковано 17 кві 2024
- I share 6 reasons why I think Chiang Mai is the best city in Thailand for expats.
Places in the video;
Huen Phen; maps.app.goo.gl/kjzLzVtyS4r1z...
Chippy by the Gate; maps.app.goo.gl/Xr86jsb7pV2mR...
Instagram; joninchiangmai
www.buymeacoffee.com/jondcanton
As a Thai person...Chiangmai is the best city in Thailand and Thank u for loving Chiangmai❤🙏🤟🇹🇭 ( 2nd city is Huahin 3rd is Khouyai)
Thanks, yep Chiang Mai is the best for me :)
Thanks for passing by the Chippy at the Gate Jon and appreciate the kind words we are just getting started in the new location so appreciate the plug as well mate
Catch ya next time
Thanks mate, yeah reminded me of the fish and chips I used to have years and years ago, I will be back 😀
Looks awesome.
Thanks Jon, I enjoyed the tour and look forward to a visit.
Thanks Mark
Just subscribed great vlog with great narration too - Chiang Mai is my favourite place in Thailand I'll be back this year for sure!
Thanks mate, appreciate that!
Jon is going next level, it seems. And I even recognized some locations like at 10:00 ! Good job, mate!
Thanks Jaco!
hey john , the new style is great ! editing is engaging and not distracting (retention editing).
Thanks mate :)
All true & for the reasons you mentioned we do miss it! Thanks for the walk around!!
Thanks 🙏
If you like Lung cancer, yes it's a good place to stay. Several month a year heavy air pollution is a no go for me.
Pollution is an issue, about 8 people per 100,000 extra die per year in the north than in the south
Ive lived here a few years now and must agree with you, it's a deal killer, and a people killer. I'm older than the presenter here but now in April I can't sleep, can't concentrate, can't go to the gym, feel like garbage
Jon, that is an awesome video! I have a fun khao soi recommendation that some European guy gave me. So, there is a coffee shop on the corner by the Chiang Mai Gate that is across the street from the street stalls. This guy told me that he lived in Chiang Mai for 8 years and he says that the best Khao Soi is made by the old man who runs a stall next to the brick wall just before you enter the Chiang Mai gate in the food stalls area. This European gentleman told me that, "it's not khao soi if the chicken isn't on the bone." He said to look for the old man stirring ingredients in a huge bowl. I waited until that night and, just as he said, I had my first khao soi and it was very delicious. Maybe something worth checking out.
Thanks mate! I think I know which place you mean, can’t go wrong with a good khao soi :)
Nice video!
Thanks :)
Hey Jon!! Been living in Chiang Mai about 8 months now and completely love it as well.
Can you recommend any books or places here to learn more about the history of the city and culture?
I tried checking out the City Arts and Cultural center @3:49 but want more of a deep dive.
Thanks and beautiful vid! Makes me appreciate this place even more
I’ve read a few books. Thailand: A Short History was good. Also more but I can’t remember those ones :)I’d check out Asia Books near Gekko Garden a great selection there :)
I agree, chiang mai is a great place to stay, except during 3 months of the year when Chiang mai is one of the most polluted cities of the world
Thumbs up 👍 Jon
Thanks mate
Hey Jon, That's a really nice white building on the left at 3:40. Is that a hotel?
I'm not sure actually, I think it may be
When is the burning season Jon as we are going there end of May for a month.
Lovely place but the burning season is ruining it. It is officially top 3 of polluted cities in the world. So for me it’s a no thanks
I agree. Also not a fan of the colder climate. Have enough of that back home in the US.
@@Rowestah
where in usa
usa is so big
ca is summer/aircon daytime n winter/heater at night
Yep that’s the big let down, it should be better in a few weeks hopefully
@@bobevans9996 North East
That's why it's soo cheap. Always a cost
Yes I left Bangkok to live in Chiang Mai and love it.
Nice, yeah love it here!
@@JonInChiangMai Only bad thing is the smoking season, but outside of that I think its a really balanced lifestyle
Wish there was no burning season or at least finding an alternative way so the air is less poluted.
Yep, that's really the only negative about Chiang Mai
I wish I could ride a unicorn to the moon
Thanks for the tour it was fantastic! We are considering moving to Thailand as a family of 3 with a 3yr old. What about international schools and expat family communities like? And what is a good budget? We are thinking $6k AUD or $4k USD
Thanks! Good luck on the move, International schools are expensive in Thailand, maybe $10k a year plus but if that's in your budget there are lots of choices available. $4k a month would be a great budget in Chiang Mai!
Good list, but I'm surprised you didn't mention CM's cooler climate compared to the rest of Thailand.
Even this time of year, the evenings in CM drop down to a pleasant 22° C, whereas Bangkok never drops below a sweltering 29° for weeks.
Yeah true the weather here is more pleasant than further down south :)
Hi mate , great video . Do you think $2k a month in Chiang mai on a ED Visa (learning Thai) would be a comfortable time ?
Thanks mate, yeah $2k a month would give you a great time in Chiang Mai :)
Hi Jon, you speak fluent Thai. How long did you take to learn it
No, I can get by but not fluent unfortunately, still a long way to go :)
Thanks for the historical breakdown of this special city in sick of Bangkok and pattaya and need some real authentic culture
Thanks, appreciate your comment :)
Hi, which area of chang mai would you recommend to stay for a digital nomad (about 3 weeks) close to coffee shops, bars, night market and working space
Would have to say the Nimman area would be a great option :)
Thank you for answer.Yes that sounds good
Rimping! The greatest place on Earth. If you can afford the prices. A standard size tin of Abalone yesterday cost 11, 500 Bht.
I haven't had cheese in ages!
Yep, Rimping is awesome!
@@JonInChiangMai 100%. Great vids, BTW.
@@Arcticnick Thanks mate appreciate that :)
@@JonInChiangMai Chiang Mai totally rocks. I just love it here. Am based in Don Kaeo, Saraphi, I think near where you were before.
what do you do during burning season?
Air purifiers :)
What about air quality there - is it breathable?
One of the worst places on earth and it's a killer literally
Just moved here last week
Nice!
How have you learned the language so well?
Unfortunately I can’t speak Thai so we’ll :)
Mate you really are coming into your own now. I thought I was in for another walk and talk video yet, you managed to fill it with some great info and give us a real sense of life in Chiang Mai. Love the touch of the history and backstory too. Tiny bit of constructive criticism though. A bit of text to show prices or highlight the points you making would add a great touch. I actually wanted to live in Chaing Mai but my wife said it's too cold in the cool season. 😭 Not too late to persuade her though.
Thanks mate! Yeah text is a good idea to add. I always like the winters here :)
Jon I watched a video of a guy in chaing Mia he got a condo because of your video he got fish and chips 50 thai baht wow I would have it every Friday lol 😂
Ah yeah I think I know who you mean :)
Bad thing is no good public transportation,
Does anyone know the name of the restaurant at 7:16?
Chum Northern Kitchen @ Old City. I did some sleuthing because I recognized it as a place I had been to before. We also had lunch at Huen Phen (where Jon ate) several times. This was two years ago, but as I remember, everything was delicious. I'm headed back to Chiang Mai this summer so I will definitely try them again.
@@exalhoa Thanks Exelhoa. Will try them on my next visit as well.
What about burning season?
That's probably the only negative, for me it's just part of it
I hear the air quality is terrible there. Any truth to that?
Some of the year yes
Why does every vlogger use the word "cheap"? It makes everything seem like it is poor quality. Do love the video, well done, and thank you.
Thanks mate, yeah maybe should say affordable :)
It's poor quality in reality though. Hit the nail on the head. At least it used to be cheap, not nowadays
Wow its like Singapore, so clean and efficient
Chiang Mai is great!
Yeah 8 months a year.
Are you not feeling the smoke ?
The big negative of Chiang Mai!
@@JonInChiangMai Just did 2 days in San Pa Tong & left, Can feel it in my chest & throat. AQI of 160+ It’s not for me. such a shame as its a Beautiful part of Thailand.
I lived in chaing mai for 8 months l would never live there again😊
I have lived in Thailand for 19 years😊
Yeah but that smoky season...
Fish and chips, you've never been to Sharples then ha
Do they have public toilets in Chiang Mai? 🤔🤔🤔
Not sure on that actually
No each, no big cool malls like Bangkok no other special shops or areas to explore like Bangkok, talking markets etc. not so many bars, too hot and too cold, far from Bangkok hua gin etc.
Quite a few malls here, Central Airport, Central Festival, Maya are the main ones.
Not true, I am living more than 20 years in Lampang, you should try before making suggestions to quick
Don’t forget Chiang Rai, smaller and quieter cousin of Chiang Mai!
Yep Chiang Rai is great as well!
Chiang Mai may be cheaper to live but it is horribly smoky for 3-4 months during the burning season when no one can breathe or see anything. Also, no beautiful beaches. No thanks!
Hello 😗
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Don't forget "BYOOT" - bring your own oxygen tank!
No no beach and smoky several months
Showing the hard rock is not a good recommendation to move to Chang Mai :)
Haha, it did say Chiang Mai on it though :)
Best city in Thailand for expats 9 months of the year; sadly, one of the worst during the other 3.
I didn't like the look of the batter on that fish.
I thought it was great tbh, worth a try :)
You don't seem to impress with Bangkok.
I like Bangkok but just find it's changing too fast :)
Adverti Ser !!! Stop you have to go to the border run !!!!!
Only been twice, did not think much of it, quite boring.
Granted, Chiang Mai is not exciting like Pattaya or Las Vegas. But who wants to live there? Chiang Mai is a great city to retire; better than ugly barren Arizona!
@@212RogerI would agree about Arizona. I am not a big fan of desert.
The place looks like a sh*thole. I'm glad I watched this video. Now I know I have absolutely no interest in going to Thailand.
where r u from bro
Originally from the UK
Chiang Mai is shit 😂
Most points are subjective so I cannot agree Chiang Mai is the place for me. Not to mention you left out the many negatives of Chiang Mai.
Narrative of this channel. Highly subjective content.